Flexible Lifeline Systems Provide Innovative Fall Protection Solutions Around Roof-Mounted Photovoltaic (Solar) Systems

    HOUSTON, TX, September 01, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The unique project involved the design and installation of Latchways Constant Force posts and cable-based fall arrest systems and on a rooftop to protect employees while maintaining the photovoltaic (PV) panels. This innovative rooftop fall protection conforms to the size and shape of the solar panel system providing continuous fall protection around the entire system. The use of the Constant Force Posts eliminated the requirements for costly penetrations of the roof due to their patented energy absorbing design resulting in an economical, user-friendly system.

"This is another great example of our ability to mitigate complicated fall hazards for our customers using our wide range of fall protection solutions." said Andy Townend, President of Flexible Lifeline Systems. "We are pleased to be able to provide such a unique system to protect workers maintaining the solar panels. Alternative energy sources, such as wind and solar, create an entirely new set of fall hazards and Flexible Lifeline Systems is uniquely positioned to assist our environmentally conscious customers in mitigating these hazards."

About Flexible Lifeline Systems

Flexible Lifeline Systems (FLS) is a leading turnkey provider of innovative fall protection systems. Based in Houston, TX, FLS offers site assessments, fall protection training, engineering, design, fabrication and installation of all types of fall arrest systems across a wide variety of industries.

Flexible Lifeline Systems, the FLSWorks triangle logo are registered trademarks of Flexible Lifeline Systems, Inc. Latchways and Constant Force Posts are registered trademarks of Latchways, PLC.

Website: http://www.fall-arrest.com/

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